Costs & funding
Living costs in Vienna for students
Vienna is Austria's priciest student city, mainly because of rent. Students who secure dormitory places or shared flats outside the Gürtel inner ring save significantly.
Last updated: 28 June 2026
- €900–€1,400 / monthTypical student budget (Vienna)
- from ~€300 / monthStudent housing (dorm)
- ~€75 / semester (with student ID)Public transport (Vienna)
Sample monthly budget
Rent (shared): €400–€650. Food: €200–€300. Transport (student Jahreskarte): ~€75/month equivalent. Mobile + internet: €30–€50. Leisure: €50–€100. Total: roughly €900–€1,400 depending on lifestyle and housing.